Black Lion Café, a family-owned Ethiopian coffee shop with existing locations in Rockville and Silver Spring, is planning to open its third location at Union on Knox in College Park by December, according to a report from The Diamondback. (more…)
With the first early-decision college application deadline approaching on November 1, WalletHub has released its 2027 Best College & University Rankings, including a look at the top-ranked colleges and universities in Maryland.
Last week, MCEDC President & CEO Jared Smith and other local Montgomery County business leaders were named to the Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 List, which recognizes influential business leaders across the DMV region. Smith, who joined MCEDC in December 2025, brings over 20 years of economic development and business experience across local and state government to the role. He is widely recognized in the economic development field and chairs the International Economic Development Council’s national Committee on the Future of the Profession, helping shape strategies that influence communities across the U.S.
During his time at MCEDC, Smith has led the development of the new Countywide Economic Development Strategic Plan for Montgomery County. The strategic plan establishes a clear, actionable framework to guide economic growth, competitiveness, and inclusive opportunity across the County. The plan builds on existing County assets like talent and proximity to world-leading research institutions, while addressing emerging challenges and opportunities in the ecosystem and workforce development.
Smith also oversaw MCEDC’s rebrand, which included a refreshed logo, new website, and the launch of quarterly MCEDC-hosted events where each convened over 100 attendees. Smith has also prioritized building a best-in-class economic development team and has made several key hires, including a new Vice President of Business Development, Vice President of Economic Competitiveness, and Chief Operating Officer.
The Washington Business Journal’s Power 250 list also recognized several other Montgomery County leaders, including Co-founder of Xometry, Randy Altschuler, President and CEO of the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, Angela Franco, Founder & CEO of United Therapeutics, Dr. Martine Rothblatt, President & CEO of The Donohoe Companies, Christopher Bruch, and President of Montgomery College, Dr. Jermaine F. Williams.
More than 50 years after its release, The Exorcist remains one of the most recognizable horror movies ever made, and the story behind the 1973 film has connections to Montgomery County and the surrounding Maryland area.
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Montgomery County is recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day on Monday, October 12, honoring the history, cultures and contributions of Indigenous peoples. (more…)
Join artist Nora Naranjo Morse (Kha’p’o Owenge ([Santa Clara Pueblo]), creator of Always Becoming, and the community that cares for the museum’s ephemeral outdoor sculpture family, to learn about the project’s evolution over the past two decades, and what the future holds.
Learn about the art of clay, traditions of sustainability in Pueblo building techniques, and more. Visitors can enjoy family-friendly art activities, dance performances by the Zuni Olla Maidens, watch a short film, and multiple opportunities to hear from the artist, her family, and museum experts that have contributed to the care and revitalization of the sculptures.
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Your Saturday plans just got better. Join Craft Cart at Pinstripes North Bethesda for an afternoon of brunch, mimosas, bowling, and creativity.
Catch up over brunch, get a little competitive on the lanes, and create something to take home. Bring your friends or come solo—no crafting experience needed.
Your ticket includes:
Brunch
Mimosas
Bowling
One craft of your choice, with materials provided
The owners of Black Ankle Vineyards are preparing to open a second estate winery, Live Edge Vineyards, with its tasting room expected to debut in 2027.
The Town of Poolesville has a new flag following a redesign process that began in late 2025.
The City of Gaithersburg has received the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2027 budget, marking the 25th consecutive year the city has earned the recognition.
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) families have several schedule changes to keep in mind over the next month and a half, including multiple days off from school and three consecutive early release days leading into Thanksgiving.
Longtime NBC4 (WRC) news anchor Jim Handly will retire following the November midterm elections, ending a career of more than three decades with the Washington, D.C. station.
The City of Rockville is considering lowering the voting age to 16 for municipal elections as part of a series of proposed changes to the City Charter and election laws.
Gaithersburg-based Adventist HealthCare has received national recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) for its efforts to support physician well-being and reduce professional burnout.